JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN

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Categories     Food Processor     Chicken     Bake     Marinate     Lime     Spice     Chill

Yield Makes scant 2 cups sauce and 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup white vinegar
zest and juice of 4 limes
1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 scallions, trimmed and coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 Scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and chopped
1 1/2-inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons ground allspice
2 tablespoons ground thyme
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 pounds chicken thighs

Steps:

  • 1. In a food processor or blender, combine the vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, vegetable oil, scallions, garlic, Scotch bonnet peppers, ginger, allspice, thyme, cinnamon, sugar, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Purée until smooth.
  • 2. Place chicken pieces in a medium bowl. Pour marinade over chicken, and turn the pieces to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight if possible.
  • 3. Heat the oven to 350°F. Place the chicken pieces on a foil-lined baking sheet and cook until the juices run clear when pierced with a two-pronged fork, 30 to 45 minutes.

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